2006 Nissan Navara vs. 1979 Talbot Horizon
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Horizon would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Horizon.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Talbot Horizon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Horizon. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Navara | 1979 Talbot Horizon | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Navara | Horizon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
